Hananiah vs Liam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liam

Boy #1 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
22,164
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hananiah Rank #9,250
Liam Rank #1

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #9250 for Hananiah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hananiah ___

No pairings available yet.

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Liam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hananiah or Liam more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Hananiah at #9250 in the United States.

What do Hananiah and Liam mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).

Are Hananiah and Liam boy or girl names?

Hananiah is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.

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